Definition of Preliminary
Preliminary
pre·lim·i·nar·y
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
occurring earlier/sooner than or before something more major or important, often as part of preparation or introduction; preceding or done in preparation;
e.g. He spoke a few preliminary words before making way for the main speaker at the event.
(noun)
an action that precedes or prepares for something else that is more important;
e.g. The mock exam served as a preliminary to the actual exam that was next month.
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